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Raghav Chadha adding nothing to conversations around gig workers, just cla
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Prominent investor Sanjeev Bikhchandani has hit back at Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha on the issue of gig workers, alleging that the parliamentarian was adding nothing constructive to the conversation and has merely tried to cause disruption and seek attention on social med
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Draft Social Security Rules a small but important win for gig workers: Rag
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha lauded the central government for releasing the draft Social Security Rules for gig workers under the new labour codes, noting that this was the first step towards "recognition, protection and dignity" of their hard work.
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SPREE 2025 extended till January 31; ESIC offers more time for employers t
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
The SPREE scheme was approved during the 196th Meeting of ESI Corporation in Shimla, chaired by Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and is aimed at enhancing social security coverage under the ESI Act.
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IFAT holds nationwide strike over gig workers' grievances; food deliveries
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
However, the strike had a limited impact on restaurant operations across several cities, with many establishments reporting regular business and uninterrupted deliveries.
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"I express my solidarity with delivery boys and riders": AAP MP Raghav Cha
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Chadha said the protest highlights how gig workers are overworked, underpaid, and denied dignity, social security, and basic labour protections. Appealing to companies such as Zepto, Blinkit, Zomato, and Swiggy, he said gig workers are the backbone of their multi-million-dollar enterprise
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10-minute delivery increasing pressure on gig workers, Centre must step in
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Telangana Labour Minister Vivek Venkatswamy on Wednesday highlighted growing concerns among gig and platform workers about payment delays, working conditions, and social security, stressing the need for structured dialogue among stakeholders.
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Food delivery workers hold nationwide strike over pay, insurance and worki
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Platform-based delivery workers affiliated with the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) observed a nationwide strike on Wednesday, protesting against unfair working conditions, low wages, and the absence of social security, warning that delivery services may be severel
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What happened on 25th was just trailer; real picture will be seen tomorrow
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Shaikh Salauddin, President of the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) and a key leader in the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT), on Tuesday said that gig workers across the country are prepared for a nationwide strike on December 31 to protest against u
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Labour reforms, job-linked incentives scheme drive major employment push i
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The year 2025 emerged as a landmark period for India's labour and employment sector, as the Ministry of Labour and Employment rolled out far-reaching reforms aimed at strengthening worker welfare, expanding social security, and boosting job creation. The year-end review highlights a clear pu
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PM Modi backs VB-G RAM G Act, says new law links income support with long-
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The Prime Minister Office (PMO) sharing an article written by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on X (formerly Twitter), which outlined the rationale and objectives of the new legislation that replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Read More
Himachal Congress protests over law to replace MGNREGA, alleges dilution o
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Himachal Pradesh Congress on Monday staged a protest and dharna against the Central government over the law to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and said it would weaken the scheme's original objectives.
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"Trying to create unnecessary differentiations between Mahatma Gandhi and
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Manish Tewari said, "The problem is that you are insulting Mahatma Gandhi, you are trying to create unnecessary differentiations between Mahatma Gandhi and Lord Ram. When Nathuram Godse shot Mahatma Gandhi, you know what organisation Godse was affiliated with. Gandhi ji's
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